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Gwendolyn Epps

Summary

Versatile and dynamic professional with a proven track record at Fairfield Inn-Marriott, enhancing guest experiences through exceptional service and meticulous food safety practices. Excelled in leadership roles at McDonald's Restaurant, driving operational improvements and fostering team growth. Skilled in efficient multitasking and customer assistance, achieving high satisfaction rates and repeat business.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Breakfast Attendant

Fairfield Inn-Marriott
05.2018 - Current
  • Provide attentive service and proactively assess guest needs.
  • Monitor food and beverage supplies, assisting with restocking when needed.
  • Establish rapport with customers by providing friendly and attentive service.
  • Handle and store food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Restock inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Prepare and served various food items in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Customer Service Representative

Sprint Food Stores
01.2014 - 06.2017
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by mopping floors, emptying trash cans and wiping down surfaces.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.

General Manager

McDonald's Restaurant
07.1989 - 07.2013
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.

Education

High School Diploma -

Aiken High School
Aiken, SC

Bachelor of Arts -

USC Aiken
Aiken SC

Restaurant Management -

Hamburger University
Chicago, IL

Skills

  • Customer assistance
  • Food restocking
  • Food safety
  • Food preparation techniques
  • Efficient multitasking

Timeline

Breakfast Attendant

Fairfield Inn-Marriott
05.2018 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Sprint Food Stores
01.2014 - 06.2017

General Manager

McDonald's Restaurant
07.1989 - 07.2013

High School Diploma -

Aiken High School

Bachelor of Arts -

USC Aiken

Restaurant Management -

Hamburger University
Gwendolyn Epps